Manager of Finance

About Us:  The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company (A&P) is a growing company with a rich history in the grocery retailing industry. A&P’s recent acquisition of Pathmark Stores has made A&P the market leader in the New York metropolitan area, the nation’s largest consumer market.  At A&P we are committed to delivering a rewarding shopping experience and quality products at competitive prices. We provide exceptional value to customers through our upscale ‘fresh’ formats, gourmet markets, and discount stores.  We currently operate more than 450 supermarkets in 7 U.S. states and the District of Columbia under the A&P, Pathmark, Waldbaum’s, The Food Emporium, A&P Super Foodmart, Super Fresh and Food Basics trade names

 

Why Us?

At A&P, we are committed to a being an industry leader, setting trends, and creating an exciting environment to work and shop.
Our large number of retail stores as well as our corporate offices offer you a variety of opportunities to join our diverse team, acquire new skills and showcase your talent.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Financial liason for SVP of Marketing/Advertising. Provides financial leadership as a key business partner of Marketing/Advertising Department. 

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Preparing annual marketing budget and Period forecasts.  Able to lead/drive marketing lead team on accountability for cost controls and reductions. Ensure proper controls are in place for accurate accounting and reporting of Marketing/Advertising expense and income. Lead on SOX compliance. Participate in proactive planning with Sr. Director of Production and Planning Lead business planning for ROI on expenditure Set metrics with leads for tracking programs to enable analytics on ROI, pre-planned and post follow up for performance. Focused on cost and able to identify opportunities Able to participate in an proactive role with key vendors for cost/value opportunities Review financial performance by period with the team, including analysis of projects/programs (eg., puts and takes, wins and losses)

 

SPECIAL SKILLS, TRAINING, OR EXPERIENCE:· College graduate, BS in Finance/Accounting preferred.

· 5 Years office experience in finance and/or accounting, preferably in Marketing/Advertising role.

· Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

· Excellent communication skills

· Knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Oracle

 

 

Rewards

 

Eligible associates will receive an attractive package including competitive pay, store discounts, insurance coverage, 401(k), retirement plan, training and development along with other perks and benefits. A&P is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is a drug-free workplace.

Instructions for Applying: For immediate consideration please click on the link:

http://www.careers-aptea.com/APTea/JobBoard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=442